Fueling Kansas
Fueling Kansas with Kansas Strong.
Fueling Kansas explores the issues, innovations and impact of Kansas’ oil and natural gas industry, highlighting how energy production supports local communities, strengthens the state economy and contributes to energy security. The program is led by Warren Martin, executive director of Kansas Strong, and offers insight into the role the industry plays in powering daily life while funding schools, infrastructure and jobs across Kansas.
Addressing Diesel Prices
September 21, 2026
“Diesel prices are killing us!” That’s what Warren Martin heard repeatedly at the Kansas State Fair. With diesel prices climbing above $6.50 a gallon, what’s driving the surge—and why is it so difficult to produce more? In this edition of Fueling Kansas, Warren Martin breaks down the supply, demand, and refining realities behind rising diesel prices and what they mean for Kansas agriculture.
Kansas State Fair
September 14, 2026
It’s State Fair week in Kansas! In this episode of Fueling Kansas with Kansas Strong, Warren Martin takes the show on the road from the Kansas State Fair, connecting with fairgoers, discussing the issues that matter to Kansans, and inviting listeners to stop by the Kansas Strong booth in the Pride of Kansas Building.
Fueling Football
September 08, 2026
As football season kicks off, Fueling Kansas host Warren Martin reveals the surprising MVP behind game day: oil and natural gas. Beyond powering team transportation, stadium lights, and concession stands, petrochemicals form the foundation of modern football—from synthetic turf and jerseys to the ball itself. Most importantly, these vital resources drive safety innovations, creating advanced helmets, padded gear, and protective equipment that keep players safe on the field.
Oil & Gas in Kansas Creates Jobs
August 31, 2026
In this episode of Fueling Kansas with Kansas Strong, Warren Martin explores the Kansas oil and natural gas industry’s impact on employment. The industry supports more than 104,000 jobs across the state and generates over $5.2 billion in direct annual payroll. Warren breaks down what those numbers mean for Kansas workers, families, and communities.
KIOGA Annual Convention
August 24, 2026
This week is the Kansas Independent Oil & Gas Association (KIOGA) Annual Convention. In this episode of Fueling Kansas, Warren Martin examines how conventions like these are important for oil companies in Kansas, which average only 3-5 employees, to discover advances in the industry on display and discussed in educational seminars. Conventions like these highlight new technologies to produce the energy we need in the most effective, efficient and environmentally conscious way possible.